Chinese Printing Block
OwnerOwned by
James Cromar Watt
(Aberdeen, Scotland, 1862 - 1940)
DateQing Dynasty, 19th century
Object NameBlock
Mediumhardwood
ClassificationsApplied Art
DimensionsOverall: Length: 5.4 cm, Width: 5.1 cm, Depth: 2.2 cm
AcquisitionJames Cromar Watt Bequest, 1941.
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS014535
About MeThe wooden printing block derives from China with its archetypal trumpet vine and exotic bird motif.More About Me
Originating in China over 1500 years ago, carved woodblocks are used to print words and images, initially onto fabric then later on paper – itself another Chinese innovation!
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